What steps should a mother take before moving out of state with her child, if the father is abusive and they were never married?

If both parents have signed a affidavit of paternity (the title and form differs from state to state), the dad normally is a "presumed parent" and...

Spouse purchases vehicle and dies I am not on the title and cannot afford, can I turn the car back in to bank

This is an estate planning and probate issue. Re-post this question on that forum. Normally, a creditor can pursue either spouse for a debt assumed...

What will help solidify my case during the my request to modify the parenting plan?

After a petition for modification is filed the first hearing is normally 30 days later. If you have filed the proper papers, the hearing will...

What are declarations?

A declaration is a sworn written statement submitted in a family court proceeding. The court's primary concern will not be the thefts, but the...

What exactly does it mean when someone gets temporary custody on an emergency order?

I agree with the other attorneys. An emergency order is not supposed to be entered without some opportunity for you to immediately respond; talk to...

I agree with Mr. Hawkins. You should probably document the reasons for your decision to cut off contact with the dad, by getting a doctor's letter...

My son's mothers bf is abusive verbally and now physical , how can I get my son full custody?

You are allowed to file a petition for a domestic violence protection order to protect your child from witnessing DV in the mom's residence. The...

What are some creative ways to ensure I am getting pertinent information from mother about child's school?

The schools normally will provide this info to both parents. First try talking to the school's principal; if that doesn't work, call the...

Non custodial parent/passport

Normally, unless you have evidence that the mom intends to violate the parenting plan in some way, international travel to a country that has...

How do I get my ex to respond to parenting related questions since we have joint custody?

When a decision has to be made, joint decision making is required, and the non-custodial parent refuses to participate, the custodial parent is...